Effect of growth regulators on growth of hybrids of east hellebore (Helleborus orientalis Lam.)

Summary.

The aim of the study was to determine the effect of growth regulators in foliar or soil applications on the growth of Helleborus orientalis ‘Red Hybrids’. Used benzyladenine, gibberellic acid and flurprimidol varying concentrations depending on the method of application. Plant growth was assessed on the basis of plant height, number of resume buds and the number of leaves. Type of growth regulator and method of application had a significant impact on the features. It has been found that the use of BA or BA+GA3, regardless of the application method, will increase the number of resume buds and leaves and decrease the plant height. Flurprimidol in­hibits plant growth, and does not increase the number of resume buds and leaves. In the cultivation of Helleborus orientalis it is recommended to water the plants twice with a mixture of solutions of BA 500 mg·dm-3 + GA3 150 mg·dm-3 at a dose of 50 cm3 per 1 dm3 of medium.